Crime Rate in The Sampfords: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in The Sampfords

The total recorded crimes in The Sampfords, Uttlesford, UK in March 2025 are around 4 as per the recent police data. This equates to a The Sampfords crime rate of 117.65 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around The Sampfords, encompassing approximately 34 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
The Sampfords Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Willetts Field with total crimes: 2
  • High Street with total crimes: 1
  • B1055 with total crimes: 1

How safe is The Sampfords?

To understand the safety of The Sampfords, we need to analyze The Sampfords crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Uttlesford:

    • In 2024, The Sampfords demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Uttlesford average, with 34 crimes compared to 289.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, The Sampfords recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, The Sampfords had fewer crimes than the Uttlesford average, with 48 crimes compared to 266. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, The Sampfords recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Uttlesford, The Sampfords has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

The Sampfords Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the The Sampfords has recorded 4 crimes with crime rate of 117.65 ranking 20th out of 21 in the Uttlesford, UK

In 2024, the total The Sampfords crimes were 34. The crime rate of The Sampfords in 2024 was 1000.00 (year) or 83.33 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Uttlesford.

In 2023, the total crimes in The Sampfords were around 48 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1411.76 (year) or 117.65 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Uttlesford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Uttlesford)CrimesRank (Uttlesford)CrimesRank (Uttlesford)
Takeley132 11,646 11,043 1
Stansted South & Birchanger35 3683 2684 2
Great Dunmow South & Barnston69 2569 3562 3
Great Dunmow North27 5377 4362 4
Saffron Walden Audley27 4311 6347 6
Saffron Walden Shire21 9327 5358 5
Broad Oak & the Hallingburys25 6285 9239 10
Thaxted & the Eastons18 10286 8307 7
Elsenham & Henham24 7306 7289 8
Felsted & Stebbing21 8261 10231 12
Stansted North17 11239 12260 9
Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts12 15248 11237 11
Newport15 12142 14189 14
Saffron Walden Castle15 13156 13193 13
Flitch Green & Little Dunmow12 14108 16109 16
High Easter & the Rodings6 16126 15122 15
Hatfield Heath5 1884 1770 17
Clavering6 1734 2155 19
Debden & Wimbish5 1955 1870 18
Ashdon2 2239 1942 21
Stort Valley3 2138 2041 22

The Sampfords Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (2 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

In February 2025, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In January 2025, Other crime recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (1 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (1 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (1 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Other crime recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Recorded incidents of Robbery were the most frequent (1 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (1 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 11 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
November 20243
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
May 20241

A total of 2 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 2 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations The Sampfords in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the The Sampfords postcode area is presented below.

1. Willetts Field (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. High Street (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
3. B1055 (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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